DOWN-TO-EARTH GAL
For more than two decades, I've had my hands submerged in soil, drawing from a rich heritage that spans both my Jamaican and African American roots.
As a child, my parents taught me the mysteries of the garden, instilling in me an appreciation for the environment and imparting the skills of sowing, tending, trimming, and fostering the earth.
With their mentorship, I came to appreciate the marvel and charm of nature and the sustenance it offers.
Creating safe spaces for wellness and community is my passion. Like plants, human-beings without nurturing, attention, and space wither.
My firsthand experience drives my focus on mentorship, sisterhood, and community building. As a result of my work with freshmen students, I received the Mentor of the Year award from St. John's University. Furthermore, I am passionate about cultivating spaces of culture and inclusion, especially for Black and Brown communities. I currently exercise that passionate leading DEI initiatives for TRESemmé.
I've shared my knowledge of wellness and community building at Microsoft, Smith College, Fashion Institute of Technology, Queens College, Girl Boss Rally, and more.
Uniting through shared experience is powerful, whether it's race, gender, or social background. Community care is essential for self-care and mental health.
My natural inclination towards creativity and observation led me to pursue a dual education in Psychology and Fine Arts.
Psychology honed my skills in experiment design, critical thinking, qualitative research, empathy, and creative problem solving, while Fine Arts provided a deep understanding of visual media, refined my creativity, and enhanced my analytical skills for communicating stories and emotions through design. These skill sets now benefit my floral design practice and PR work.
